People tasted hundreds of wines from across America at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People tasted hundreds of wines from across America at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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Ben Flajnik, of Envolve Winery and former competitor on the TV show The Bachelor, pours samples of his wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

Ben Flajnik, of Envolve Winery and former competitor on the TV show The Bachelor, pours samples of his wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, ... more

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People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Photo: Jason Henry, Special To The Chronicle

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People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Photo: Jason Henry, Special To The Chronicle

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People enjoyed views of the Bay while sipping wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People enjoyed views of the Bay while sipping wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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Some wineries proudly displayed their accolades and awards for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Some wineries proudly displayed their accolades and awards for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Photo: Jason Henry, Special To The Chronicle

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People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People packed into the Fort Mason Pavilion for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Photo: Jason Henry, Special To The Chronicle

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People enjoyed beers from Stella Artois for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People enjoyed beers from Stella Artois for the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Photo: Jason Henry, Special To The Chronicle

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People sipped beers from Stella Artois at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People sipped beers from Stella Artois at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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Attendees check out wines from Swanson Vineyards at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees check out wines from Swanson Vineyards at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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People posed for pictures with the girl with the pearl earring at the Chronicle booth at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People posed for pictures with the girl with the pearl earring at the Chronicle booth at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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Carolyn and George Cole-Schweizer, right, taste wines offered by Mikami Vineyards at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Carolyn and George Cole-Schweizer, right, taste wines offered by Mikami Vineyards at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Nick and Meghan Bello taste wines from Ahnfeldt Wines at at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Nick and Meghan Bello taste wines from Ahnfeldt Wines at at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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John Gilpin, of Quercus Wines, tastes wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

John Gilpin, of Quercus Wines, tastes wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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People snacked on offerings from the International Culinary Center, California Culinary Academy and others at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

People snacked on offerings from the International Culinary Center, California Culinary Academy and others at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, ... more

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John Gilpin, of Quercus Wines, wearing a t-shirt promoting boutique wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

John Gilpin, of Quercus Wines, wearing a t-shirt promoting boutique wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Veronica Gutierrez, Erik Oller, Claudia Mabrie and Lon Tran cheers each other while tasting wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

Veronica Gutierrez, Erik Oller, Claudia Mabrie and Lon Tran cheers each other while tasting wines at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, ... more

People posed for pictures with the girl with the pearl earring at the Chronicle booth at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

People posed for pictures with the girl with the pearl earring at the Chronicle booth at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Photo: Jason Henry, Special To The Chronicle

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Stewart Mcilvena, Kevin Stichter, and Javier Rodriguez taste wines and chat with other attendees at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

Stewart Mcilvena, Kevin Stichter, and Javier Rodriguez taste wines and chat with other attendees at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, ... more

Some enjoyed their wines outside while taking in views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

Some enjoyed their wines outside while taking in views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February ... more

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Attendees bounced around the pavilion tasting wines from different vineyards at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees bounced around the pavilion tasting wines from different vineyards at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees were treated to breads by Costeaux Bakery of Healdsburg at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees were treated to breads by Costeaux Bakery of Healdsburg at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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Foord Catering provided edible spoons filled with sweet and savory offerings such as this short rib and black pepper spoon at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

Foord Catering provided edible spoons filled with sweet and savory offerings such as this short rib and black pepper spoon at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., ... more

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Attendees enjoyed tasting hundreds of American wines and sweeping views of San Francisco Bay at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

VIP attendees received a private tasting before the doors opened to the general public at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

VIP attendees received a private tasting before the doors opened to the general public at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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Susan Foord, of Foord Catering, mingles with VIP attendees at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Susan Foord, of Foord Catering, mingles with VIP attendees at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Susan Foord, of Foord Catering, holds a plate of edible gingerbread spoons with strawberries and feta cheese at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

Susan Foord, of Foord Catering, holds a plate of edible gingerbread spoons with strawberries and feta cheese at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, ... more

Wine glasses ready to be picked up at the VIP check-in table at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Wine glasses ready to be picked up at the VIP check-in table at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

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Stella Artois was a major sponsor, serving up Hoegaarden, Leffe and Stella Artois beers at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Stella Artois was a major sponsor, serving up Hoegaarden, Leffe and Stella Artois beers at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013.

Susan Foord, of Foord Catering, holds a plate of edible gingerbread spoons with strawberries and feta cheese at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, February 16, 2013. less

Susan Foord, of Foord Catering, holds a plate of edible gingerbread spoons with strawberries and feta cheese at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition at Fort Mason in San Francisco, Calif., Saturday, ... more